Hip-Hop: Last News

Quavo has shared his support for Kamala Harris‘ presidential campaign during a speech at her rally in Atlanta, Florida.The Atlanta rapper participated in an event yesterday (July 30) in his hometown as the Vice President and Democratic candidate continues her bid to become the next POTUS.Quavo commended Harris for her commitment to tackling gun violence and running the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, which was established last year. “One of these issues that I care about is resolving the gun violence issues,” Quavo told the rally.

Kanye West’s famous Grammy speech – watch the footage below.The quartet, led by Simone Biles, alongside Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles and Jade Carey, took the gold medal in the women’s artistic team all-around event in Paris yesterday (July 30), holding off the challenge of Italy and Brazil, who took silver and bronze respectively.The win was especially sweet for Biles, who had a turbulent time at the last Summer Olympics, being forced to withdraw as one of the stars of the Games after suffering from mental health challenges.A post shared by Pretty in Pain (@prettyin_pain)This time around, the team savoured the moment by mouthing along to the words uttered by Kanye at the 2005 Grammy Awards when he won Best Rap Album for ‘The College Dropout’.“Everybody want to know what I would do if I didn’t win,” Lee and Jordan lip-sync at the start of the clip posted to Lee’s Instagram.“I guess we’ll never know,” mouth all four as a punchline.This comes just days after the US Olympic team were introduced in a promotional video by Beyoncé. Dressed in a USA-branded white bodysuit, blue cowboy hat and white cowboy boots – in reference to her current country era with her new album ‘Cowboy Carter’ – Queen Bey hyped up several high-profile athletes, including Biles, sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles and swimmers Caeleb Dressel and Katie Ledecky.

Megan Thee Stallion performed at a rally as part of Kamala Harris‘ presidential election campaign last night (July 30) – watch the footage below.The Texas rapper participated in an event in Atlanta, Georgia as the Vice President and Democratic candidate continues her bid to become the next POTUS.Taking place at the Georgia State Convocation Center, the rally saw Megan play a mash-up of songs: ‘Girls In The Hood’, ‘Savage’, ‘Body’ and ‘Mamushi’.“Now I know my ladies in the crowd love their bodies. If you want to keep loving your bodies, you know who to vote for,” the artist told the audience (via Billboard).Donning a blue pantsuit, Megan said at another point: “I’m so happy to be here, Atlanta.

André 3000 has announced two intimate shows at London’s Jazz Cafe next month. Check out further details below.One day before he supports Loyle Carner at All Points East on August 17, André 3000 will be warming up with two shows at the iconic Camden venue.

Reno 911! and the CBS show CSI: Miami, as well as a co-starring role alongside Kate Hudson and Luke Wilson in 2003’s Rob Reiner-directed Alex & Emma. He also performed in many indie films, including Brandon Sonnier’s The Beat, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2003.Among his biggest hits were ‘No Complex’, ‘Sickology 101’ featuring Tech N9ne, and ‘The Anthem’ featuring Sway and King Tech.A post shared by Chino XL (@chinoxl)Early on, Chino XL signed to Rick Rubin‘s American Recordings label and at 22 years old he released his debut album ‘Here to Save You All’.

Snoop Dogg has opened the doors to his first-ever licensed weed dispensary in California. Check out the details below.Named S.W.E.D, an acronym for the rapper’s catchphrase “Smoke Weed Every Day”, the dispensary launched earlier this month (July 14) with a range of products including cannabis, edibles, concentrates, and weed-infused creams, baths, and lotions.The dispensary, which is located in the heart of Los Angeles, also offers delivery services.

Megan Thee Stallion has announced that she’ll perform at a rally as part of Vice President Kamala Harris‘ presidential election campaign.The Texas rapper is due to participate in an event in Atlanta, Georgia today (Tuesday July 30), with a source telling Rolling Stone that she’ll deliver a “special performance”.Megan also shared a promo on social media, writing: “ATL HOTTIES SEE YOU TOMORROW.” She confirmed that the performance will take place at 7:30pm ET.The rally will mark Harris’ first visit to Georgia since President Joe Biden stepped down from the race to be reelected. He then endorsed the VP to be the Democratic presidential candidate.

ScHoolboy Q’s face, usually youthful and serene, was suddenly lined with irritation. The L.A. rapper was a guest on Lil Yachty’s podcast A Safe Place back in March, ​​sharing light-hearted conversations about T.D.E.

Lauryn Hill and The Fugees have announced extra dates for their ‘Miseducation Anniversary’ tour of the UK and Europe this autumn – read on for all the details.Last month, the initial tour was announced, including two shows in the UK, with one in Manchester’s Co-Op Live Arena and the other at The O2 in London.It is set to kick off in Tampa on August 9, taking in a total of 18 US shows, before heading across the Atlantic for the Manchester show on October 12, and London two days later.

Cardi B has criticised former US President Donald Trump for promising police immunity.The Republican nominee recently gave a speech at a rally in Waukesha, Wisconsin, where he made the controversial comments.However, the Bronx rapper was not pleased with his remarks, pointing to the tragic death of Sonya Massey. Bodycam footage revealed the 36-year-old was shot in the face by a white deputy police officer, Sean Grayson, on July 6 in Springfield, Illinois. Massey called the police over worries someone was intruding her home.Grayson has since been arrested and charged with three counts of first-degree murder.

Will Smith has signed a new record deal a month after revealing that he has been working on his first album in nearly 20 years.The multi-award-winning rapper and actor has signed with the new independent label SLANG, led by esteemed music executive Rene McLean, a co-founder of Influence Media Partners. The label also brought on Big Sean, Mary J.

Ice Spice has praised Taylor Swift for her ability to navigate fame and the music industry, along with commenting on the furore around Matty Healy‘s comments.The Bronx drill rapper appeared as the latest cover star for Rolling Stone magazine and in her interview, she opened up about working with the ‘Bejeweled’ singer and how her guest verse on the remix of Swift’s track ‘Karma’ came to fruition.Swift previously championed Ice Spice – real name Isis Gaston – telling Variety: “I relate to Ice in many ways, but I think her dedication and focus is what blew me away from the very start.”She continued: “She’s extremely professional without being cold. Playful and fun without ever taking her eye off the prize.

Ice Spice has hinted that fans can expect something “kind of crazy” from her following the release of debut album ‘Y2K’.The New York City rapper (real name Isis Naija Gaston) is due to drop her first full-length project tomorrow (Friday July 26). You can pre-order/pre-save it here.During an interview on Capital XTRA Breakfast this morning (July 25), the star was asked how she was feeling ahead of the full record dropping.“I think naturally I’ll have like good nerves if anything. I feel like it’s a good thing to be a little nervous, because it means you just care,” she responded.Ice Spice continued: “I’m so eager to put out the album, I’m really excited.

Mercury Prize 2024 have been revealed, with the list including Charli XCX, The Last Dinner Party and more.Announced today (July 25), the 12 albums up for the award were announced live by Tom Ravenscroft on BBC Radio 6 Music.As ever, they were chosen by an independent judging panel, which this year includes Jamie Cullum and Mistajam, and albums released between July 15, 2023 and July 12, 2024 were eligible.Among those featured on this year’s shortlist are ex-Portishead member Beth Gibbons, for her long-awaited debut solo album ‘Lives Outgrown’ – an LP made over the course of 10 years and finally released back in February. Also being nominated for a debut album are rising indie-rock band The Last Dinner Party, who shared ‘Prelude To Ecstasy’ at the start of the year to a glowing response from critics.Others who made the cut include Barry Can’t Swim (‘When Will We Land?’), BERWYN (‘Who Am I?’), Cat Burns (‘Early Twenties’), Corinne Bailey Rae (‘Black Rainbows’) and corto.alto (‘Bad With Names’).Additionally, Leeds band and NME cover stars English Teacher have been shortlisted for their landmark debut ‘This Could Be Texas’ – which was described by NME as seeing the group “already dealing in brilliance” – as has Charli XCX for ‘BRAT’, which has become the soundtrack of the summer and a pop culture phenomenon since its release last month.The list is rounded out by Nia Archives’ album ‘Silence Is Loud’, Ghetts’ ‘On Purpose, With Purpose’, and CMAT’s ‘Crazymad, For Me’.

Mercury Prize was announced earlier today (July 25), and fans have been quick to share their responses online.The 12 albums up for the award were announced live by Tom Ravenscroft on BBC Radio 6 Music, and chosen by an independent judging panel, which this year includes Jamie Cullum and MistaJam. Albums released between July 15, 2023 and July 12, 2024 were eligible.Among those listed were Portishead member Beth Gibbons, for her long-awaited debut solo album ‘Lives Outgrown’, The Last Dinner Party with ‘Prelude To Ecstasy’, and English Teacher with their landmark debut ‘This Could Be Texas’.Charli XCX also made the cut with ‘BRAT’, which has become the soundtrack of the summer and a pop culture phenomenon, as was Barry Can’t Swim (‘When Will We Land?’), BERWYN (‘Who Am I?’), Cat Burns (‘Early Twenties’), Corinne Bailey Rae (‘Black Rainbows’) and corto.alto (‘Bad With Names’).The list is rounded out by Nia Archives’ album ‘Silence Is Loud’, Ghetts’ ‘On Purpose, With Purpose’, and CMAT’s ‘Crazymad, For Me’.Following the announcement, many have been quick to take to social media to share their thoughts on the shortlist.“Guessed Charli would be nominated, also Last Dinner Party.

Loyle Carner has received an honorary degree from the University Of The Arts London (UAL).The South London artist earned the Honorary Doctor title at an awards ceremony in the capital last Friday (July 19).Sharing a series of images from the event on social media, Carner wrote: “10 years ago, in heavy times I dropped out of uni after my first year and promised my mum if I hadn’t made us any money after 6 months I’d try and go back. But I never did.“10 years later, I’m proud to say I’ve been awarded an honorary doctorate from @unioftheartslondon, and my kids were in the room to watch it happen.

Soulja Boy has filed a lawsuit against YouTuber Tasha K reality TV star William the Baddest, who claimed an “alleged intimate moment” happenied between the Atlanta rapper and a man.In a since-deleted podcast episode of UNWINEWITHTASHAK, filmed in May 2024, Latasha “Tasha K” Kebe interviewed William the Baddest who claimed to have had a brief physical relationship with Soulja Boy.These claims were swiftly denied by the rapper on social media and the lawsuit was filed against both Kebe and William the Baddest on Tuesday, July 16 in Los Angeles. The ‘Crank That’ rapper is seeking $16million in damages from the defendants, according to TMZ.Tasha K responded to Soulja Boy’s lawsuit by inviting process servers to hand-deliver legal documents to her upcoming live shows in New York and Boston.

Lupe Fiasco has addressed the rumours of him allegedly feuding with Kendrick Lamar, insisting that there is no bad blood between the two.While taking part in an X/Twitter Spaces event which was held over the weekend, the ‘Superstar’ singer was asked about his beef with the ‘Swimming Pools’ rapper. In response, Fiasco – real name Wasalu Jaco – clarified that there is no feud between the two.“I’m a Kendrick fan for more than his music,” he said. “I like his creativity and conceptualization.

Chris Brown has been sued for the alleged assault on a group of concertgoers.Four concertgoers have filed a lawsuit against the musician in Harris County District Court on Monday (July 22), alleging that the singer and his crew “brutally and severely beat” them “without justifiable provocation”.Brown and three other people – Sinko Seej, Omololu Akinlolu (AKA Hood Boss), and Markies Conway (AKA Yella Beezy) are named as defendants in the lawsuit. They are accused of assault and battery, along with negligence/gross negligence, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.Larry Parker, Joseph Lewis, Charles Bush, and DaMarcus Powell claimed the assault took place after being invited into Brown’s VIP area at his concert in Fort Worth, Texas, along with 40 other women.After Bush allegedly went to shake Brown’s hand to congratulate him on the show, Seej apparently reminded Brown that he and Bush were “beefing”.

Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic torch during the last hours of its journey across France.The ‘Gin and Juice’ rapper will serve as one of the final torchbearers of the Olympic flame ahead of the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympics in Paris on Friday (July 26). Snoop will be carrying the torch throughout the streets of Saint-Denis, where the Stade de France Olympic stadium is located.French rapper MC Solaar, French actress Laetitia Casta and retired Ukrainian pole vaulter Sergey Bubka will also join Snoop as torchbearers for the ceremony.

André 3000 has shared his thoughts on the latest wave of rappers, arguing that a lot of them “sound the same”.The Atlanta hip-hop legend appeared on the latest episode of LeBron James and Maverick Carter’s The Shop podcast alongside Sexyy Red and others. He was asked about his multi-decade-long career in music, including his recent debut jazz album ‘New Blue Sun’.In a clip uploaded to Instagram, 3000 spoke about OutKast‘s time in the Dungeon Family – led by the late Organized Noize legend Rico Wade who died this April from heart failure – leading him to say that today’s rap stars don’t “have time to cultivate themselves”.“If we were to come out as OutKast when we thought we were ready, we wouldn’t be around today ’cause we sounded like everybody else.